You know when you’re crunched for time and you have to work all week and you “don’t have anything” in your refrigerator (even though its full because you just went grocery shopping– it’s like when you look at the endless row of sweaters, shirts, and jeans in your closet, yet you “nothing” to wear) and you have to work all week and you won’t even consider eating take-out for 5 days straight and…. phew…. Take a deep breath. I gotcha covered with this One Pan, Vegetarian Taco Casserole!

Now. Now. If you literally have nothing in your fridge, there’s no way you’ll be eating a heaping portion of this amazingness. Grab your car keys because you’re gonna need an onion, some bell peppers, cooked rice and beans, taco seasoning, garlic, salsa, and cheddar cheese. If you magically have these things on hand an nothing else, you are going to have a great day.

I think this One Pan, Vegetarian Taco Casserole is fantastic– in case that wasn’t already clear— because of it’s simplicity. Yes, you have to have some already cooked grains and beans on hand, and the next time you cook either of them, just make a few extra cups and throw them in the freezer. That is what I do and I can’t even express how helpful it is when you’ve been gone all day and need to put something healthy on the table.

I’m not a die-hard meal prepp-er. I’m just not. It’s never been the way I cook. I prefer to cook as I feel inspired and able. But, lately, my weeks are busier. The days feel shorter, time slips through my fingers and I want to stay ahead of the craziness. I know there are going to be days where a peanut butter sandwich, handful of carrots and an apple will have to suffice, but you know what, that is fine by me.

When I need to relax instead of cooking a whole week’s worth of meals in one day, I’ll make the healthiest choice I can and not stress myself out. When I have time, I’ll prep some food and this One Pan, Vegetarian Taco Casserole is really and truly one of my all-time favorites. It is my fallback, a recipe I know by heart.

You know when you're crunched for time and you have to work all week and you won't even consider eating take-out for 5 days and.... phew.... Take a deep breath. I gotcha covered with this One Pan, Vegetarian Taco Casserole!

Servings: 8servings

Calories: 414kcal

Ingredients

1 Yellow Onion, diced

2Red, Yellow, or Orange Bell Peppers, chopped (chop them into square pieces, approximately 2” by 2” for the shortest cooking time)

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Hi there, I’m Hayley. I’m passionate about good food, safer skincare and non-toxic living. I have a degree in nutrition and find such inspiration in my Beautycounter colleagues. If you were to walk into my house, you’d find homemade foaming soaps and smell all the diffusing essential oils. 🖤